Mechanical Engineer, Jigs & Tools

Destinusgroup; Payerne; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Destinus is seeking a hands‑on mechanical engineer to deliver jigs and tooling for rocket motor testing and production. You will lead the tooling development, review designs for manufacturability, and work with cross‑functional teams across design, testing, and industrialization.

With at least 3 years in mechanical engineering and experience in tooling, you will design, build, and validate production solutions.

Qualifications

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Min. 3 years in mechanical engineering focused on jigs & tooling for production.
• Knowledge of machining, sheet metal, composites, assembly, metrology.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge desirable.
• 3D printing for tooling is a plus.
• Experience in design, build, integration, test and operation.
• Fluency in English and German languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead Jigs and Tools development from a technical perspective.
• Review designs from a production point of view.
• Understand and evaluate production steps and needed tools.
• Research off‑the‑shelf components and combine into a production solution.
• Generate 3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and related production docs.
• Deliver engineering calculations and documentation to substantiate designs.
• Manage suppliers and manufacturers during manufacturing.
• Coach junior engineers and interns in jig and tooling design.
• Participate in design reviews across development stages.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure integration and functionality.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Proactive attitude

Team collaboration

Autonomy

Education

BSc in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

CAD (3D CAD)

Job description

About the Role

The Destinus engineering team is looking for a highly motivated and hands‑on mechanical engineer capable of delivering jigs and tooling solutions as part of the research and development in the rocket motor department. In this role, you will design and develop equipment and machines for testing and production of our products. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience as a mechanical engineer with experience in industrialization projects, mechanical design and DFM with a demonstrated ability to take ownership during development and drive technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Take the technical lead for the Jigs and Tools development
• Review product designs from a production point of view
• Understand and evaluate the production steps and the needed tools
• Research existing off‑the‑shelf components and combine them to a production solution
• Generate 3D CAD models, drawings, bills of material, and other related documentation required for production.
• Deliver technical documentation including any engineering calculations, analysis and assumptions required to substantiate your design decisions and solutions.
• Manage suppliers and manufacturers by addressing any technical questions and resolving any issues which may arise during the manufacturing process.
• Select standard parts, fasteners, equipment and consumables following best practices and industry standards.
• Coach junior engineers and interns in jigs and tooling design, manufacturing and CAD.
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions during different development stages.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, including mechanical, testing and industrialization engineers, to ensure seamless integration and functionality of the components into the vehicle.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc. In Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering or a related discipline.
• Ideally, technical training as a mechanical designer/drafter, Toolmaker or Mechanic
• Min. 3 years of experience in mechanical engineering with close ties to jigs & tools for production
• Knowledge of machining, sheet metal, composites and assembly processes, and of metrology and inspection methods.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge is desirable.
• Experience with 3D printing for tooling is a plus.
• Experience with design of automated solutions, special machines or test benches is a benefit
• Ideally, experience in several different phases: design, build, integration, test and operation.
• Good communication skills, proactive attitude and problem‑solving skills.
• The ability to work to strict timescales as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team and autonomously.
• The ability and willingness to thrive in a fast‑paced, rapidly changing work environment.
• Willingness to travel to different Destinus sites in Switzerland (max. 20%)
• Fluency in English and German language is required.